Site Project Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Site Project Engineer to join our team, specifically to support Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) extension and maintenance projects.

This role requires a blend of field supervision and electrical technical knowledge, ensuring that all site works are executed to the highest quality and safety specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Site Supervision & technical oversight

• Supervise daily on-site activities for GIS installation, extension, and routine maintenance projects.
• Apply fundamental electrical knowledge to inspect and troubleshoot site installation works, ensuring they meet project specifications and applicable utility requirements
• Provide technical guidance for GIS-related operations, equipment testing, and system integrity checks.

Safe & permit management

• Act as an authorized signatory for Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and verify safety protocols for all high-risk maintenance and extension works
• Enforce rigorous safety standards in high-voltage or restricted environments, ensuring all personnel comply with applicable safety requirement
• Serve as the primary link between the field team and the Project Management office
• Support the Project Manager by preparing detailed progress reports, maintaining site logs, and managing documentation related to maintenance schedules.

Requirements

• Ensure accurate, real-time reporting of site progress, challenges, and resource requirements.
• Experience: Proven experience in project engineering, specifically within electrical utility or infrastructure environments.
• Expertise: Fundamental understanding of electrical systems, with specific exposure to Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) extension and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Certifications: Must possess valid PSM-SP (Process Safety Management) and CSOC (Construction Safety Orientation Course).

Operational Requirements

• Mobility: Must possess ownreliable transportation to facilitate regular travel between various projectsites and the office.
• Communication: Strong organizational and reporting skills; ability to clearly communicate technical field observations to the Project Manager.
• Accountability: Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining strong accountability to project deadlines and quality standards.

Tell employers what skills you have

Progress Monitoring
Test Equipment
Permit Management
maintenance upgrades
Electrical Systems Design
High Voltage Power Systems Maintenance
Installation Testing
On-Site Supervision
Permit to Work
Personnel Supervision
PSM
Switchgear
High voltage technology
On-Site Installation
Process Safety Management
High Voltage
Infrastructure
Project Engineering
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